Monday, January 14, 2013

Magnetized World - Dakka Jet


Today, I want to go over magnets and how amazing they are.  Many customers ask why magnets should be used or added to the order.  There are many reasons:

1.  Makes for easier transport.  Reduces small parts from being broken and can be packed into small safer spaces.
2.  Allows a player to choose from all the different weapon options.
3.  Saves money by allowing different model profiles. (Example: Tervigon vs Tyrannofex or Dakka Jet vs Bommers)
4.  Just looks awesome and  unique.

WAAAAAGH!!!!  For the Ork lovers out there I want to go over the Dakka Jet and how magnets are super important.  Putting magnets on the flyer saves you about $40-80 from having to buy multiple jets for the different options.  There are 18 magnets all over the Jet to allow for options and model profiles.

Here is a picture of the layout ready to be packed away. 


Blitza-Bommer Layout



The Ork Burna-Bommer was a little more tricky.  The small missiles needed to be attached directly to the wing.  This would waste a lot of magnets and not look as clean. What I did was make a missile platform out of spure where they could be attached.



Dakka Jet Layout.  
Each gun mount has magnets so allow for the extra Super Shoota.



The really fun and unique thing about magnets is that you can play around with all kinds of layouts without wasting parts/bits.  This Jet has all the options at the same time.  WAAAGH!!!  He is really ready for battle.  


I took the magnetized blades from my Koptas to change the look.  The good news is that I didn't have to  waste the Kopta body.  Just take them off and put them back on the Kopta.


I am a firm believer of magnets.  They completely change how you play the game.  Proxy models are fine, but it just makes the game better if you can show off your weapons.  It is not expensive and can generally be rolled into your project cost.  Once you go magnets you'll never go back.  Orks may not have a lot of options, but Tau or Tyranid (for example) has TONS of options for arms and weapons.

Warhammer 40k is the game of remembering things.  Why not save yourself some headache.

GO MAGNETS!!!

Ask for a quote if you need help magnetizing, assembling, or painting.  If you need help sourcing models I can get discounts up to 20-30% to help out with your project.  We also offer referral discounts and trade-in credits.  Start your dream army today!!!!!   

Craig
Minigamepainter@gmail.com




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